Laurel balances laid-back coastal living with easy access to everyday essentials. Set along the Intracoastal Waterway between Nokomis and Osprey, it offers quick connections to Venice and Sarasota in Sarasota County. Outdoor time comes naturally here: spot Florida scrub-jays on the pine flatwoods trails at Oscar Scherer State Park, explore waterfront history at the Historic Spanish Point campus of Selby Gardens, and pedal or stroll miles of smooth pavement on The Legacy Trail. When the day warms up, sandy toes are a short drive away at Nokomis Beach, with sunsets that regularly steal the show.
Families appreciate strong local options like Laurel Nokomis School and Venice High School, while parks and boat launches make it simple to launch a kayak, fish the passes, or watch surfers at North Jetty. Weekends often revolve around morning coffee, a bike ride, and dinner on the water—then catching a performance at the award-winning Venice Theatre.
Healthcare and services are close at hand, including Sarasota Memorial Hospital – Venice, and commuting is straightforward via Tamiami Trail and I‑75. Housing ranges from waterfront bungalows and mid-century ranches to newer subdivisions and 55+ communities, offering choices for first-time buyers, snowbirds, and right-sizers alike.
Whether you’re buying or selling, Agent Pronto can connect you with a top local real estate professional who knows Laurel inside and out.